Privacy Policy - Veles Consulting Inc.

Privacy Policy

At Veles Consulting Inc. protecting the privacy and confidentiality of our clients’ personal information is a fundamental responsibility. We comply with British Columbia’s Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA) and, where applicable, Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).

Personal Information

No mobile information will be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes. All other categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.

What Information We Collect

We may collect personal information such as:

  • Contact details (name, address, phone, email)
  • Financial and tax information necessary to provide accounting, tax, or advisory services
  • Information about transactions with other individuals or businesses as required for our engagement

We collect only the information necessary to deliver our professional services.

How We Use Personal Information

Personal information is used solely to:

  • Provide accounting, tax, and advisory services
  • Meet legal, regulatory, and professional obligations
  • Communicate with you regarding your engagement with us

We do not sell or rent client information to third parties.

Consent

By engaging our services, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information for purposes related to the services provided. Consent may also be implied where information is provided voluntarily.

In certain cases, we may collect, use, or disclose information without consent as permitted or required by law.

Confidentiality & Disclosure

We maintain strict confidentiality over client information. Disclosure outside our firm occurs only:

  • With your consent
  • As required by law or professional regulation
  • To service providers engaged by us (e.g., secure cloud platforms) who are bound by privacy obligations

Our staff are bound by firm policies not to access or use client information except as required to perform professional duties.

Security & Retention

We use physical, electronic, and administrative safeguards to protect against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse of information.

Client records are retained as required by professional standards and legal obligations. When no longer needed, information is securely destroyed.

Access and Correction

You may request access to your personal information, or request corrections, by contacting us in writing. Requests will be handled in accordance with PIPA and PIPEDA. In some circumstances, access may be restricted (e.g., where disclosure could reveal another individual’s personal information or legal privilege applies).

Breach Notification

If a privacy breach occurs that creates a real risk of significant harm, we will notify affected individuals and regulators in accordance with PIPA and PIPEDA requirements.

Website and Communications

If you use our website or communication platforms (including email or messaging tools), we may collect limited technical information (such as IP address or browser type) for security and functionality.

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